Carefully consider the following questions (be sure to jot down some talking points to guide your recorded response):
How do you define your “culture”? (Your religion, nationality, race, etc.)
How does this culture influence your health beliefs, practices, and behaviors in both supportive and challenging ways? Give specific examples.
What roles do your parents, grandparents, and other family members play in promoting a healthy family? Things to think about: Does your family sit down to eat meals together very often or quite rarely? Does your family prefer to cook at home together or go out to eat? What types of foods does your family eat?
How does your family influence your physical and emotional health in both positive and negative ways? Give specific examples. Things to think about: How does your family feel about sports? Exercise? What about mental health? Is that topic discussed or off-limits?
How do your peers influence your physical and emotional health in both positive and negative ways? Give specific examples.
Step 2: Create a Podcast
Record yourself sharing your answers to all of your questions from Step 1. Be sure to add a quick introduction (two to three sentences) and a quick wrap-up (two to three sentences) to format the recording as your own personal health podcast. Keep in mind, your podcast should be no longer than two to three minutes in length.
Introduction: Hello listeners, welcome to my personal health podcast. In today's episode, I will be discussing how my culture influences my health beliefs and practices, as well as the role my family and peers play in promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Firstly, I define my culture as a mix of my religion, nationality, and family traditions. This cultural background greatly influences my health beliefs and practices. For example, being of Indian descent, Ayurveda plays a significant role in my health beliefs and I often incorporate natural remedies and practices into my daily routine. However, there are also challenges, such as the pressure to maintain a certain body image due to societal standards within my culture.
My family plays a crucial role in promoting a healthy lifestyle. We often sit down to eat meals together and prefer to cook at home, focusing on balanced and nutritious meals. However, there are also negative influences, such as a lack of discussion around mental health and limited encouragement for physical exercise.
On the other hand, my peers influence my health in positive ways through their support and encouragement for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. For example, participating in group fitness classes or sharing healthy recipes. However, there can also be negative influences, such as peer pressure to engage in unhealthy behaviors like excessive drinking or eating junk food.
In conclusion, my culture, family, and peers all play a significant role in shaping my physical and emotional health. It is important to recognize both the supportive and challenging aspects of these influences in order to make informed decisions about my health and well-being. Thank you for listening to my podcast. Stay healthy and take care.